Ricardo Castro City Festival 2026
The Ricardo Castro City Festival 2026 is one of the most important cultural celebrations in Durango and will take place from March 28 to April 12, 2026. Each year, this celebration fills the city’s plazas, theaters, and historic spaces with music, art, and tradition. Named in honor of the Durango composer Ricardo Castro Herrera, the festival brings together local, national, and international artists in a vibrant lineup of concerts, dance performances, theater, and cultural activities. It is a perfect opportunity for both visitors and locals to enjoy artistic talent while discovering the historical charm and hospitality of the capital city of Durango.
The opening concert of the festival will be performed by Los Auténticos Decadentes, an iconic band from Buenos Aires known for blending rock, ska, and Latin rhythms into a festive and high-energy style. The closing concert will feature regional Mexican music, where audiences can sing along with the well-known group Grupo Pesado, originally from Nuevo León.
You can also enjoy a wide variety of daily cultural activities. To learn more about the full program, click here